Hypoalphalipoproteinemia


Hypoalphalipoproteinemia is a high-density lipoprotein deficiency, inherited in an autosomal dominant manner.
It can be associated with LDL receptor.
Associated regions and genes include:
NameOMIMLocusCandidates
HDLCQ19pABCA1
HDLCQ28q23-
HDLCQ316q24.1Lecithin cholesterol acyltransferase deficiency
HDLCQ44q32-
HDLD311q23.3APOA1

Niacin is sometimes prescribed to raise HDL levels.